Week 12 (PCL 10) Hoping For The Best

Definition:
Hyponaturemia

Hyponatremia is defined as a serum level of less than 135 mmol/L and is considered severe when the serum level is below 125 mEq/L. (The normal serum sodium level is 135-145 mmol/L)

From emedicine (Hyponatremia, Author: Eric E Simon, MD)

Week 11 (PCL 9) - Complications (Nephrotic Syndrome)

Definition:
Nephrotic syndrome (NS) is a condition caused by any of a group of diseases that damage the glomerular leading to increased permeability. It is defined by heavy proteinuira (usually >3g/day), hypoalbuminaemia, hyperlipidemia and oedema.

References: Textbook of Medicine – Souhami and Moxham 2002

Elliot